Assembles fabricated parts of small or light subassemblies and completes units.
Fits, tests, and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications. Identifies and sorts units that fail quality standards. May disassemble units to repair or refit parts as necessary. Operates hand tools, power tools, and other manufacturing assembly line equipment to assemble units.
Salary.com identifies five increasing levels of proficiency for each skill/competency. Some jobs require only a relatively low level of proficiency in each skill/competency, while other jobs will require a more advanced level of proficiency in the same skill/competency. These levels rate the degree of proficiency (skill level, expertise) we expect the incumbent to perform in the given skill/competency for the given job. Note that we intentionally do not associate timeframes or years of experience in performing the skill/competency because that can be misleading. Proficiency levels identify what the incumbent knows and can do rather than how long they have been doing it. Also, note that the proficiency levels are cumulative, e.g., a level 4 proficiency implies the ability to perform all the behaviors at the lower levels.
Check each Light Assembler I skill and competencie below to view definitions.
Skill definition-Manufacturing mechanical components of a product using a variety of tools and equipment.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the process of preparing mechanical assembly prints.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Assembles components to complete assemblies according to approved procedures.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Develops mechanical assemblies using manufacturing design principles.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Guides teams in interpreting documents associated with completing mechanical assembly assignments.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Develops mechanical assemblies using (DFM) and (DFA) principles.
Skill definition-Interpreting and visualizing engineering drawings or designs to determine the requirements needed in assembling components and developing products.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains essential blueprint reading, interpretation standards, and measurement procedures.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Assists in reading blueprints and schematic drawings to determine repair problems.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Interprets blueprints and weld symbols to build products accurately according to specified tolerances.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Oversees the entire blueprint reading team to enhance the whole process.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Creates organizational processes for the reading and interpretation of each type of blueprint.
Skill definition-Establishing and implementing clear safety policies and procedures to effectively manage hazards and risks associated with the business operations.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites examples of best practices for developing safety policies and procedures.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Follows established safety policies and procedures when handling hazardous materials.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Drafts standard operating procedures to ensure seamless implementation of safety policies.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Delivers clear interpretation of safety policies, procedures, and reports to all junior managers and staff.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Conceptualizes innovative ways to drive continuous improvements in our safety policies and procedures.
Skill definition-Ability to measure and test the properties or performance of developed products.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Describes the regulatory requirements of manufacturing and product testing.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Compiles data to prepare reports related to research and testing of new and existing products.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Checks continuous inspections and testing of all products to meet business standards.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Determines the impact of product testing deviations to implement preventive actions.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Builds a collaborative environment to develop product testing concepts and strategies.
Skill definition-Demonstrating thorough knowledge of the industry's value chain, business, issues, trends, etc., and the ability to apply them appropriately.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites critical statistics regarding the industry's size and influence.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Documents industry and domain knowledge in appropriate documentation systems.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Communicates industry and market trends affecting business operations to internal stakeholders.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Demonstrates intimate knowledge of industry and market trends to provide business insights.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Establishes organizational policies and processes to seek out and understand industry dynamics.
Skill definition-Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Cites steps and tips to improve attention to detail in the workplace.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Performs assigned responsibilities according to standard procedures and standards.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Implements a variety of cross-checking approaches and mechanisms.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Creates and implements quality management processes for our business.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Defines possible hurdles to projects and creates strategies to deal with them.
There are 8 hard skills for Light Assembler I, Mechanical Assembly, Blueprint Reading, Computer Controlled Machinery, etc.
2 general skills for Light Assembler I, Safety Policies and Procedures, Product Testing.
5 soft skills for Light Assembler I, Industry Knowledge, Attention to Detail, Time Management, etc.
While the list totals 15 distinct skills, it's important to note that not all are required to be mastered to the same degree. Some skills may only need a basic understanding, whereas others demand a higher level of expertise.
For instance, as a Light Assembler I, he or she needs to be proficient in Industry Knowledge, be proficient in Attention to Detail, and be proficient in Time Management.
